https://livingwithintherapy.com/contact daily 0.75 2024-02-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1586205531155-QXESK3UJVIFZQQI5G9A5/image-asset.jpeg CONTACT https://livingwithintherapy.com/home daily 1.0 2024-08-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1643575686708-WETN275D2JIUTVRSU08L/unsplash-image-4xe-yVFJCvw.jpg HOME - “When in Doubt, Choose Change” Lily Leung If you have found yourself here it is because you are wanting to make a change in your life and/or your relationships. Maybe you have been being experiencing pain, are feeling overwhelmed at work or at home, have been experiencing low self-esteem, or you are stuck in a relationship that is no longer serving you. The therapeutic process is a powerful one where you get to work through your emotions and thoughts to see if these thoughts and emotions are in service to you. We believe that these emotions we experience are telling us something about our needs, and rather than not listening to this, we encourage our clients to lean into the experience of feeling. We are here to walk through this process with you and it is our absolute privilege to be engaging in this work with you. Here at Living Within Therapy we work with individuals coping with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and loss to name a few. We use evidence-based approaches, including but not limited to: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy; however, we tailor our approach to meet your needs. In addition, we work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and are LGBTQIA affirming. We work collaboratively with our clients throughout the entire process to ensure your needs are being met. Feedback is imperative within the therapeutic relationship to make sure this is happening for you. Our main objective is to assist you in feeling safe to share your experiences and to discover hope and your strengths within the therapeutic process so that you can connect with yourself and your values. We believe that the client/therapist relationship is the most important component of therapy; therefore, we offer a free fifteen-minute phone consultation to help you determine if we are the right fit. Looking forward to hearing from you in the near future. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1586196287996-87AJF42VOYOV0VY9ZDQ8/JN-Designs-02.jpg HOME - MEET THE TEAM https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1586196370918-3DXH6LXUCGOQBX9SHIH9/JN-Designs-04.jpg HOME - CONTACT https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1586196246392-N4NWHOO9NGDO0SUIXLQE/JN-Designs-01.jpg HOME - FAQ https://livingwithintherapy.com/meettheteam daily 0.75 2025-09-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1586389687874-7LSO2CRESXU4H39FXGJ3/IMG_7947.jpeg MEET THE TEAM - Jaclyn Nematbakhsh, LMFT, Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #93586 she/her/hers Fee: $200 for a 50 minute session Insurances accepted: Optum, Cigna, MHN, and Aetna Phone: 619-880-6427 E-mail: Jackie@livingwithintherapy.com Specialties: depression and anxiety, life transitions, trauma, teenagers, maternal mental health, grief and loss, military and their family members. Jaclyn is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing therapeutic services to adolescents, individuals, couples, and families in San Diego County. She has been practicing as a therapist since 2012 after graduating from Azusa Pacific University with her degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Jaclyn practices from an eclectic approach while focusing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and often uses mindfulness in her practice to assist clients with making contact with the present moment. While completing her graduate degree, Jaclyn worked at a crisis house conducting individual therapy with individuals who often were recently discharged from an inpatient mental health unit, or were needing to soon be hospitalized. Here, Jaclyn conducted brief individual therapy to help patients in identifying coping skills to assist them in feeling safe. Jaclyn has also worked at outpatient mental health clinics serving the severe mental illness population, including patients with Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia. Jaclyn has experience working with children and teenagers doing wraparound work within their homes. Wraparound believes in treating the family as a whole to look at any unmet needs that the child or teenager is experiencing. She has worked with Transitional Age Youth (TAY) who are clients between the ages of 18 and 25 struggling with life transitions, such as going to college or moving out of home for their first time. She also had the unique opportunity to work with teenagers going through issues with substance use utilizing multifamily groups. Jaclyn worked at Sharp HealthCare until June of 2021 working in Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) and has been in private practice for six years now. Jaclyn has had extensive experiencing working with adults who are going through life transitions and mothers, including newborn mothers and mothers to older children. At Sharp HealthCare, she had experience in leading a team of people who conducted group therapy for individuals with severe mental illness. In addition, here, Jaclyn provided clinical supervision to Marriage and Family Therapy Associates who were accruing hours for their licensure. When Jaclyn is not in the office she is often spending time with her husband, newborn daughter, friends, and family. You can often find her spending time on the weekend hiking with her dogs on local trails https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/a3769506-8262-476a-a3df-1379a7abc0be/Rachel+Mitchell+.jpg MEET THE TEAM - Rachel Averell, AMFT Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #128627 Supervised by: Jaclyn Nematbakhsh LMFT #93586, PMH-C she/her/hers Fee: $150 for a 50 minute session Insurances accepted: Cigna, United/Optum, and Aetna Offering in person appointments in Mission Valley on Thursdays and telehealth appointments throughout the week in all of California. Phone: 619-330-7855 E-mail: Rachel@livingwithintherapy.com Specialties: depression and anxiety, life transitions, children, teenagers, athletes, and couples. Rachel has completed level 1 of the Gottman therapy method. Rachel Mitchell is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist providing therapy services to a variety of populations, including but not limited to couples, families, groups, adolescents, children, student-athletes, and adults. She has been in the Behavioral Health industry for 5 years and working as a mental health clinician for two years. Rachel earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from San Diego State University and her Masters of Arts Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Palo Alto University. Rachel was an elite athlete and has extensive knowledge of the world of athletics for individuals of diverse ages and backgrounds, including their surrounding support systems. She has the knowledge and experience to help athletes overcome psychological performance obstacles, such as anger, anxiety, and sports performance related stressors. She has experience working with athletes and their families in group and individual settings to create a collaborative and understanding environment. Rachel understands that lower levels of self-esteem and sensation-seeking in athletes have been associated with greater risk for depression, anxiety, social anxiety, and negative physical symptoms, all of which may impede their mental health. While completing her graduate degree, Rachel was a clinician for a domestic violence batters’ intervention program working in separate group therapy settings for domestic violence offenders and victims.. Rachel has gained extensive knowledge by thorough exploration and understanding of themes such as power and control and misguided beliefs, and the destructive impact on victims and witnesses of domestic violence. Rachel has expertise in Trauma-Focused Therapy which is an evidence-based treatment approach shown to help children, adolescents, and their parents (or other caregivers) overcome trauma-related difficulties. Rachel has 5 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis, working in behavioral therapy with individuals who have developmental disabilities. This includes but is not limited to; Autism Spectrum Disorder, Aspergers Disorder, Intellectual disabilities, Down Syndrome, and ADHD. She has experience with ages starting from 18 months all the way up to 21 years old; working along side the individuals parents, families, and support systems. Rachel has a collaborative and empathic approach and focuses on various types of modalities depending on the clients healing needs and goals. Her experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution- Focused therapy has led to successful and meaningful sessions with her clients. Outside of sessions, you can find Rachel enjoying the outdoors, comedy shows, and spending time with her friends and family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/74cb7929-cb1e-41b6-b89c-56a7750944fa/Amber_Laurie.jpg MEET THE TEAM - Amber Laurie, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker # 129945 she/her/hers Fee: $150 for a 50 minute session Insurances accepted: Cigna, United/Optum, and Aetna Offering telehealth appointments throughout California Phone: 619-356-3588 E-mail: Amber@livingwithintherapy.com Specialties: depression and anxiety, eating disorders, life transitions, trauma, and military and their family members. Amber has completed level 1 of the Gottman therapy method. Amber Laurie is an Associate Clinical Social Worker providing supportive services to adults and teens in San Diego County. She has worked as a clinician in the mental health field for seven years. Amber earned her Master of Arts Degree in Psychological Science from California State University, Chico in 2015, and a Master of Social Work Degree from San Diego State University in 2021. She has four years of experience working in eating disorder treatment at the residential, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient levels of care. This experience broadened her knowledge of evidence-based approaches including dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. She utilizes these modalities to support individuals with managing the roots that often underly disordered eating, such as depression, anxiety and trauma. She enjoys working with clients on improving connection with one’s body, body acceptance and self-esteem. Amber also has experience working at an inpatient psychiatric hospital and a residential crisis home with individuals struggling with mental health disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Amber employs her experience at these levels of care when treating individuals struggling with difficult mental health concerns such as suicidal ideation, self-harm, and substance use. Most recently, Amber has worked at an intensive outpatient program for the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder. She is certified in cognitive processing therapy, a structured and evidence-based treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder. She enjoys utilizing a combination of Eastern and Western modalities to improve clients’ mind-body connection and to empower them to regulate their own nervous systems. This approach includes cognitive behavioral modalities, as well as mindfulness, breath work, yoga, and meditation. Amber’s approach is strength-based to empower clients to identify core values and to challenge and conquer barriers that have kept them from living in true alignment with those values. Her primary goal in therapy is to be a strong support for her clients as they own their story and learn to practice more love and acceptance of themselves. Reaching out to a therapist can be scary and vulnerable; Amber’s hope is to provide a safe space for clients to identify personal goals and begin to make positive, values-based changes toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. When Amber is not in the office, you can find her on her yoga mat or spending time with friends, family and her Chihuahua, Bella! https://livingwithintherapy.com/good-faith-estimate daily 0.75 2022-01-17 https://livingwithintherapy.com/covid19-policy daily 0.75 2022-01-16 https://livingwithintherapy.com/depression daily 0.75 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1669412300737-8K7ELL2LMYSO0XWVQZ96/unsplash-image-3gAiajAfjXI.jpg Depression - Depression Are you feeling overwhelmed, persistently sad, or struggling to find joy in the things you once loved? You are not alone. Depression can affect anyone, but it doesn’t have to define your life. Our dedicated team is here to help you reclaim your sense of purpose, happiness, and inner strength through personalized depression therapy. What is Depression? Depression is more than just feeling down or having a bad day. It’s a profound and often debilitating condition that can impact every aspect of your life—emotionally, physically, and mentally. Because depression causes an individual to feel deeper levels of sadness or hopelessness, it can be easy for them to lose sight of the things that bring them joy and relief. Depression is commonly known as the silent killer, as many people suffer from it, but not many are given the opportunity or space to understand where their depression may be stemming from and how it affects their everyday lives. While every person will experience depression symptoms differently, some recurrent symptoms include: ● persistent sadness ● loss of interest in activities ● changes in appetite and sleep patterns ● feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness. The Supportive Role of Therapy Many people may find it easy to invalidate how severely they are feeling depression because being vulnerable about their emotional and mental state can mean opening up about the things that have caused stress or hurt them. At Living Within Therapy, we want clients to understand that their pain and grief are not only valid but worth looking into and healing. We believe that no one should have to walk through life experience immense sadness or hopelessness without a listening ear. Our goal is not just to alleviate your symptoms but to empower you with the tools and strategies you need to thrive. In therapy, you’ll learn how to challenge negative thought patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and build resilience. We’ll help you rediscover your strengths and harness them to create positive change in your life. Here at Living Within Therapy, we all specialize in treating clients across the lifespan with depression and anxiety and have different ways of doing so. We have been trained in a variety of different theories, including but not limited to: ● Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ● Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ● Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) ● Solution Focused Therapy Taking the first step toward therapy can be a transformative experience. It’s a courageous decision that signifies your commitment to your well-being and happiness. Our team is here to walk alongside you on this journey, providing the support and encouragement you need every step of the way. You deserve to live a fulfilling, joyful life. If you’re struggling with depression, know that help is available and recovery is possible. Reach out to us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward a brighter, more hopeful future. Let’s work together to help you rediscover your inner strength and reclaim your life. https://livingwithintherapy.com/eating-disorders daily 0.75 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1669655299852-HNHLD5DWP9PIYNVLUN5N/unsplash-image-F9DFuJoS9EU.jpg Eating Disorders - Eating Disorders Struggling with disordered eating can feel insurmountable as you try to face your biggest trigger many times throughout the day. For many individuals disordered eating and behaviors around food have come to serve as a way to cope with other things going on in their life such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, feeling out of control, poor body image or low self-esteem - to name a few. One may binge or over-eat, or one might restrict their food intake or utilize compensatory behaviors such as overexercising, vomiting, and/or laxatives. Many of these strategies feel helpful in the short-term, however, they begin to get in the way of living our life in accordance with our personal values. At Living Within Therapy, we will work as a team with your dietitian to support you in identifying the function of the eating disorder and how to meet your needs with other tools and skills. We utilize evidence-based approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral therapy. Working with these modalities helps you learn coping skills to manage urges to use disordered eating and replace the behaviors with healthy coping skills that allow you to reconnect to your life again. We want to help you work toward creating a meaningful and fulfilling life, not one dictated by food and fear. All of our clinicians can support you with body image issues such as low self-esteem, perfectionism, and unrealistic standards. If you are looking for a therapist who specializes in binging or restricting please see Amber’s page under meet the team for more information. Amber has experience supporting individuals through the recovery process and is here to empower you to fight your eating disorder thoughts and beliefs that get in the way. Please note, if you’re interested in working with Amber, it is a requirement that you are seeing a Registered Dietician that she can coordinate care with. We look forward to empowering you throughout your recovery! https://livingwithintherapy.com/life-transitions daily 0.75 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1586199313582-44XX0HUYVXNNHNZPZTRN/image-asset.jpeg Life Transitions - Life Transitions We are constantly evolving and changing throughout our lifetimes. Some of the big life transitions we see here at Living Within Therapy include leaving home and going to college, going through a major break up for the first time, losing friendships as we grow older, aging parents, and getting married. Even though some of these life transitions are beautiful moments, they can still bring us an immense amount of stress. This stress may look like turning away from things that typically bring us joy, feeling stuck, and struggling to make decisions. We will walk alongside you to assist you in learning how to have boundaries with your loved ones, accepting that change is a part of life rather than avoiding these difficult times by engaging in actions that take us further away from who we want to be. We will also assist you in learning how to effectively set goals that are aligned with the kind of person you want to be. https://livingwithintherapy.com/trauma-and-emdr daily 0.75 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1669655542360-MZNG39H04KX66PH5F2PQ/unsplash-image-iQWvVYMtv1k.jpg Trauma and EMDR - Trauma and EMDR therapy Trauma comes in all different shapes and sizes. Perhaps you were recently in a horrific car accident, were recently sexually assaulted, or have a history of childhood abuse; Someone might label any of these events as traumatic, and that is for you to decide and not for anyone else to label that as traumatic for you. Our practice believes in meeting clients where they are at in their healing journey and walking with them through the challenges that may lie in their way. Trauma therapy asks individuals to be vulnerable about the experiences that have left mental and emotional scars on them to find coping mechanisms that feel authentic and helpful in triggering situations. While therapy is a great starting point, the real work stems from an individual's ability to find the strength within to move forward. What Is Trauma? Trauma is caused when there are unresolved feelings attached to a negative experience that may have affected an individual in their life. These feelings can range from shame, anger, despair, guilt, anxiety, or depression; the common factor in all of these is that they are part of a normal reaction and cycle of living through a traumatic experience. Every individual will have a unique reaction to the things that caused their trauma and the things that triggered it. It is up to each person to understand why they feel these things and find out how to move on from their hurt. What Is EMDR Therapy? Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of trauma therapy that asks an individual to reprocess the instances in their life that caused obstructive or limiting beliefs so that any mental blocks can be addressed, validated, and eventually healed. This process involves using eye movements and guided directions from a trained therapist to help restructure an individual's way of thinking and feeling when faced with challenges from the past. The goal is to help the client find a new way of understanding their trauma by taking back any power that the negative experience may have held over them and harnessing that power to create a better path forward. Trauma Therapy Can Help Trauma can live within the body and mind of an individual far past the experience that caused it. It has a way of sticking to the things that are reminders of how that experience changes an individual, and as a result, can lead to someone feeling overwhelmed and isolated in their feelings. Some triggers can cause a person to enter fight, flight, or freeze mode instinctually, while others make an individual want to repress their negative emotions, thoughts, or actions even more. All of our therapists are trauma-informed here at Living Within Therapy. We understand how the past affects the present. Perhaps your current relationships are being impacted by trauma that you have not been able to process from your younger years. We are here to help you get unstuck by learning how to reclaim your power and stay present. A few of our clinicians are trained in different trauma protocols, including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). If you or a loved one is living through a traumatic experience in their everyday lives, then therapy may be the right choice to find control over what triggers you and move on from your past pain. Trauma cannot be healed overnight, but with the right guidance and support, you can begin to live a life free of the things that have held you back. Please reach out to our office to learn more about our trauma-informed therapy sessions. https://livingwithintherapy.com/teenagers daily 0.75 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1669655676153-K25ANIHW1AOMHYMAGJJ6/unsplash-image-bEcC0nyIp2g.jpg Teenagers - Teenagers Being a teenager can be an incredibly difficult time. From navigating friendships, to college applications, to getting along with parents and siblings, there is a lot going on at the same time. We understand it can be a very confusing time and are here to join with you to ensure your needs are being met. Some of the most common concerns we see in our practice with teenagers range from having a hard time focusing in classes, bullying, ADHD and impulse control, getting along with family members, depression and anxiety, grief and loss, to being in a relationship for the first time. We work with our teens to set strong boundaries in their lives to feel more confident and in control of their lives by assisting them in making their own choices. You will learn stress management techniques, one of these techniques being mindfulness to help you stay present with what is happening in the present moment. At Living Within Therapy we specialize in working with teenagers and pride ourselves in being allies of the LGBTQIA+ population as well as neurodiverse clients. We connect in an authentic manner to our teens to understand what the core issues are so that we can assist them in building coping and problem solving skills. We pride ourselves in really hearing you rather than telling you what to do so that you feel empowered. We often involve parents as long as our teens allow as sometimes the issues that teens come in with stem from dysfunctional family dynamics. https://livingwithintherapy.com/athletes daily 0.75 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1669655944047-KY1Q6JKDZZLMBALTICCU/unsplash-image-SrunqRT0A34.jpg Athletes - Athletes Resiliency and “high mental toughness” are two attributes that are usually associated with athletes of all ages. Athletes become accustomed to working under stressful circumstances. We may learn that playing high level sports does not make athletes immune to mental health challenges. Due to the emphasis on appearing physically and mentally fit in the athlete world, it may be difficult for athletes to prioritize their mental health and that can later perpetuate silent suffering and self-isolation. With pressures to perform in the game, as well as in the rest of their public lives, being an athlete can be incredibly challenging for a person’s mental health. Student athletes have additional pressures to maintain, such as their classwork and grades on top of practice and games. It is common for athletes to experience lower levels of self- esteem and sensation-seeking that may lead to risk for depression, anxiety, social anxiety, and negative physical symptoms, all of which may impede performance. Here at Living Within Therapy, we will explore all potential areas of focus for Athlete clients including but not limited to; perfectionism, burnout, interpersonal needs, injury, vulnerabilities, self-identity, adjustment after sports, and depression and anxiety. Signs of depression in athletes may include; difficulty concentrating or a lack of confidence or motivation, decreases in energy or feelings of chronic fatigue, changes in sleep, eating patterns, or appetite, a short temper or excessive irritability, drug or alcohol use, loss of interest in activities that once provided pleasure. Signs of anxiety disorders in athletes may include; apprehensiveness, feelings of powerlessness, a sense of doom, panic, or impending danger, tiredness or weakness, rapid breathing, and sweating or trembling. When athletes get hurt, they receive time to heal. Here at Living Within Therapy, we allow athletes to heal from the injuries that are not visible. Seeking help from a provider at Living Within Therapy can help athletes on and off the field. This may help athletes to process their experiences and find healthy coping skills to manage the stress and pressure that comes with their position. If this sounds like you or a loved one, reaching out for a higher level of support is the first step to allow a more balanced life outside of the athletic identity. https://livingwithintherapy.com/couples daily 0.75 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1669656063931-AT76B0D4FQ0YDC5SZ5AR/unsplash-image-_wQqLdsgr4I.jpg Couples - Couples Couples go through challenges during different points in the relationship. These challenges can look like moving in together for the first time, having their first child, parenting differences, children leaving the home, intimacy issues, infidelity issues, and communication issues, just to name a few. Here at Living Within Therapy we see all kinds of couples, even couples who report they have a good relationship and need some extra support to iron out a few differences they are currently facing. We also see couples who are wanting to engage in some work before they get married to discuss some of the more important conversations such as parenting, children, and finances. Our approach to couples counseling is practical and efficient. We often like to set agendas at the beginning of our sessions to ensure both parties are heard. We will explore long- standing patterns in the relationship and teach you conflict resolution and communication skills. We can help navigate each individual's unmet needs in order to create a deeper understanding of the relationship dynamics. We will also assist in creating new problem-solving techniques that lead to areas of compromise and understanding as well as give tools to help rebuild trust and admiration for your partner. It should be noted that we meet with each person separately at the beginning of our work together to do some further assessment as couple’s therapy may not be the best treatment at the time. Instead, we might recommend individual therapy to begin and then once some healing has taken place we would then start couple’s therapy. Please be sure to tell your therapist if you are experiencing any kind of abuse in your relationship. Our goal is your goal, and sometimes couple’s therapy might look like navigating separation peacefully which we can help you with as well. https://livingwithintherapy.com/grief-and-loss daily 0.75 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1669656203479-T1ZXPFRFLDVJFDR98BH9/unsplash-image-CFzK-jX2g5s.jpg Grief and Loss - Grief and Loss In common media we often hear about the “five stages of grief” but grief looks different for everyone. There is no moving through stages and then you are done. Grief tends to weigh heavily on our hearts throughout our lifetimes, and that is okay. Grief will also feel harder some days and will feel lighter on others. In therapy we will hold space for you to process the loss of your loved one(s). To miss someone is to have had the privilege of loving someone so deeply and we are honored to hear about your people’s lives. We believe in the idea of moving forward with the love you feel for that person rather than moving on, as we are sometimes told to do. Sometimes we also might see where someone feels a sense of relief when someone passes due to the nature of the relationship that was once had with them, which is perfectly normal as well. It should also be noted that grief is not only marked by the passing of a loved one but can take place after any kind of loss. Examples of this loss may be a job, pet or a divorce. Sometimes the loss can be a positive thing for people but can trigger uncomfortable feelings that are important to be felt in the moment as our feelings are often messengers of something bigger than the moment. Your feelings will fluctuate and that is something that all of us have experience in working with here at Living Within Therapy. Anticipatory grief is also something commonly experienced. This most often shows up when someone is diagnosed with a chronic illness such as cancer. A cancer diagnosis can affect the mental health of the patient and their families and friends. You might be struggling with ideas around your own mortality or feel confused about how to process the potential loss of a loved one that is still alive. Sometimes your feelings and reactions might not make sense to you or you might experience fears that are entirely new. We are here to support you throughout this difficult time whether you or someone you know has just been diagnosed, is in treatment, is in remission, or has died. https://livingwithintherapy.com/military-and-their-family-members daily 0.75 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1669656324886-MFJAN6LB3507RSKSFB87/unsplash-image-rpPvrOQmR2s.jpg Military and Their Family Members - Military and Their Family Members Service members and their families are often faced with a unique set of challenges associated with being in the military. Maybe you've recently moved to California or you or a loved one is going to be deployed or just returned from deployment. These transitions are difficult to navigate and can bring up mental health challenges. Service members and their families commonly experience depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship challenges, and substance abuse. We can provide a safe and confidential space for you to process these life changes, build coping skills and resources, and reclaim ownership of your life. https://livingwithintherapy.com/frequently-asked-questions daily 0.75 2022-11-25 https://livingwithintherapy.com/anxiety daily 0.75 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1718767293540-UQPC1VZN2G7FMMV1DX9P/image-asset.jpeg Anxiety - Anxiety Anxiety can take many shapes and forms when it is experienced by an individual. It is a natural human response to experiencing stress, and can be triggered by a myriad of things, each reason different for every person. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed by uneasiness or constantly fixating on your worries and fears, Living Within Therapy is here to help you understand how anxiety shows up in your everyday life so that you can conquer your mind and find peace. What Is Anxiety? Anxiety can be triggered by a stressor in your environment and can feel like it has lasted a lifetime. Some of these triggers can develop over time while others feel sudden and unexpected. With anxiety comes common symptoms of: ● constantly overthinking ● having a hard time falling and staying asleep ● feeling on edge ● experiencing irritability ● difficulty focusing on tasks at hand ● crying more than usual ● may be experiencing suicidal thoughts. Anxiety is a common mental health disorder that arises when an individual goes through an obstacle or challenge that causes them stress. Our practice wants you to know that you are valid in your feelings and reactions to the things that cause tension in your life. You have the power to overcome these obstacles and create a new space where you can heal and thrive. Find Control Within Therapy Our anxiety therapy services are designed to provide you with the tools and support you need to manage and reduce your anxiety. We believe in recognizing that each individual’s experience with anxiety is unique. Our goal is to empower you with strategies that cater to your specific needs and help you build resilience. This could look like therapy sessions exploring the different aspects of your life where anxiety may arise to aid your journey of self-discovery. For some, their job and responsibilities in the workplace cause an immense response to stress resulting in them feeling anxious about deadlines and projects. For others, a relationship could be causing inner turmoil, but they don’t know quite how to address their inner feelings. The goal is to help you identify where anxiety may arise and how to handle it healthily. Being understanding and empathetic to yourself will help you go a long way in recognizing the strength that you have within. Empowerment comes from taking control of your mental health. Anxiety may play a role in your life, but it doesn’t define you. With the right support and strategies, you can overcome anxiety and achieve the life you desire. Here at Living Within Therapy, we all specialize in treating clients across the lifespan with depression and anxiety and have different ways of doing so. We have been trained in a variety of different theories, including but not limited to: ● Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ● Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ● Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) ● Solution Focused Therapy We can help you look at how you’re not living in alignment with your values, identify thoughts that are not helpful to you and learn that it is indeed a thought, as well as identify concrete steps you can engage in to feel more connected to your highest self. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength. Therapy for anxiety can provide you with the necessary tools to manage your symptoms and lead a more peaceful life. You have the power to change your narrative and we’re here to help you every step of the way. If you are ready to release yourself from limiting thought patterns and behaviors, feel free to reach out to our practice to get started with a mental health professional on the team. https://livingwithintherapy.com/depression-1 daily 0.75 2024-08-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e88c8c7aafd451f4ce40b9b/1669412300737-8K7ELL2LMYSO0XWVQZ96/unsplash-image-3gAiajAfjXI.jpg TEST PAGE Depression (Copy) - Depression Are you feeling overwhelmed, persistently sad, or struggling to find joy in the things you once loved? You are not alone. Depression can affect anyone, but it doesn’t have to define your life. Our dedicated team is here to help you reclaim your sense of purpose, happiness, and inner strength through personalized depression therapy. What is Depression? Depression is more than just feeling down or having a bad day. It’s a profound and often debilitating condition that can impact every aspect of your life—emotionally, physically, and mentally. Because depression causes an individual to feel deeper levels of sadness or hopelessness, it can be easy for them to lose sight of the things that bring them joy and relief. Depression is commonly known as the silent killer, as many people suffer from it, but not many are given the opportunity or space to understand where their depression may be stemming from and how it affects their everyday lives. While every person will experience depression symptoms differently, some recurrent symptoms include: ● persistent sadness ● loss of interest in activities ● changes in appetite and sleep patterns ● feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness.